Too Close

by Alex Clare

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Lyrics

You know I’m not one

to break (Dm)prom is es.

I don’t wan na hurt you but I need to breathe.

At the end of it all, you’re still my (Dm)best friend.

But there’s some thing in side that I need to re lease.

(Am)Which way is right?

(C)Which way is wrong?

I’ve (Dm)How do I say that I need to (E)move on?

You know we’re head ing sep ’rate (Dm)ways.

(E)And it (Am)feels like I am (C)just too close to love you.

There’s noth ing (C)I can real ly (Dm)say.

I can’t lie no more.

I can’t hide no (Dm)more.

Got to be true to my self.

(E)And it (Am)feels like I am (C)just too close to love you.

So I’ll be (E)on my way.

At You’ve giv en me more than I can (Dm)re turn.

Yet there’s, oh, so in much that I you to de serve.

(Am)Noth ing to say.

(C)Noth ing to do.

I’ve (Dm)noth ing to give, I must live with (E)out you.

You know we’re head ing sep ’rate (Dm)ways.

(E)And it (Am)feels like I am (C)just too close to love you.

There’s noth ing (C)I can real ly (Dm)say.

I can’t lie no more.

I can’t hide no (Dm)more.

Got to be true to my self.

(E)And it (Am)feels like I am (C)just too close to love you.

So I’ll be (E)on my way.

So I’ll be on my way.

And it

So I’ll be on my (Am)way.

So I’ll be on my way.

Too Close by Alex Clare — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Too Close” by Alex Clare in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of A at 110 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Too Close" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Too Close"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.